Contra viento y marea is a Mexican telenovela aired from April 25 until November 4, 2005. This was also the last acting role of Beatriz Sheridan, who died in 2006 of a heart attack.
Episodio 1Natalia, as a young girl, moves to live with her aunt and uncle, Inés and Arcadio, after her mother's death. Time passes, and Natalia grows into a beautiful woman. Nazario proposes to Arcadio to sell Natalia to his brothel.
Starting Over
E2
Starting OverNatalia is heartbroken as she holds Inés in her arms as she dies. Apolonia doesn't welcome Natalia warmly and calls her a freeloader, now that she will live in her house.
Tragic Death
E3
Tragic DeathSebastián saves Natalia from the abuse of his friends. Apolonia is furious when she learns that Don Teodoro is bringing Álvaro to live with them. During a performance, Álvaro is attacked by a bull.
Deception
E4
DeceptionSebastián can't resist and steals a kiss from Natalia. Regina deceives Don Teodoro, pretending to be Álvaro.
A New Beginning
E5
A New BeginningApolonia invites Eduardo to spend a day on her private yacht to seduce him. Amparo deceives Apolonia, telling her that Eduardo is her son.
Misunderstandings
E6
MisunderstandingsÁlvaro confesses to Sebastián that Natalia has a lover in the city. Furious, Sebastián tries to take advantage of Natalia after discovering her supposed betrayal.
Seduction
E7
SeductionApolonia lies to Don Teodoro, saying her interest in Eduardo is only to help her family. Regina seduces Sebastián, and they share a night full of passion.
Reunion
E8
ReunionÁlvaro arrives at the port to start a new life with Don Teodoro. Sebastián finds out that Natalia is living in Don Teodoro's house and devises a plan to get closer to her.
A New Chance
E9
A New ChanceSebastián asks Natalia for another chance to win her heart. Regina visits her mother in prison and tells her she will avenge Álvaro’s death.
Tough Fight
E10
Tough FightFrank hits Álvaro when he sees him near Zarela. Veneno interrupts a romantic moment between Sebastián and Natalia to start his revenge.